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Broadcasting Commission Resumes Work Report: 'Reflecting Social Opinions on TBS, YTN and More'

Broadcasting Commission Resumes Work Report: 'Reflecting Social Opinions on TBS, YTN and More'

The Broadcasting and Communications Commission resumed work reports to reflect social opinions on TBS normalization and YTN privatization under the new government's policy direction.

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Jun 26, 2025
Seoul's Revolutionary 'Kickboard-Free Streets' Show Promising Results as Pedestrian Safety Takes Priority

Seoul's Revolutionary 'Kickboard-Free Streets' Show Promising Results as Pedestrian Safety Takes Priority

Seoul's groundbreaking pilot program banning electric scooters in high-traffic areas shows significant improvements in pedestrian safety and walking environment, with citizens expressing positive feedback about the policy's effectiveness.

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Jun 26, 2025
Korea's Health Revolution: KDCA and NHIS Launch Groundbreaking Tuberculosis Prevention System

Korea's Health Revolution: KDCA and NHIS Launch Groundbreaking Tuberculosis Prevention System

Korea's disease control agency and national health insurance service have established an innovative system linking latent tuberculosis infection treatment information, revolutionizing tuberculosis prevention management nationwide.

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Jun 26, 2025
Board of Audit Staff Revolt: "Leadership Must Apologize and Step Down" - Internal Crisis Rocks Korea's Top Audit Institution

Board of Audit Staff Revolt: "Leadership Must Apologize and Step Down" - Internal Crisis Rocks Korea's Top Audit Institution

Korea's Board of Audit faces unprecedented internal rebellion as staff association demands leadership resignation over political audit allegations and organizational mismanagement, sparking national debate about institutional independence.

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Jun 26, 2025
Gyeonggi Province Leads the Way: Injury Insurance for Disaster Recovery Soldiers Extended Through 2025

Gyeonggi Province Leads the Way: Injury Insurance for Disaster Recovery Soldiers Extended Through 2025

Gyeonggi Province continues its pioneering support for military personnel involved in disaster recovery by renewing its full-coverage injury insurance program for 2025, ensuring the safety and welfare of soldiers on the frontlines.

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Jun 26, 2025
Jungnang-gu Honored by Korean Red Cross: Leading the Way in Blood Donation and Community Spirit

Jungnang-gu Honored by Korean Red Cross: Leading the Way in Blood Donation and Community Spirit

Jungnang-gu received a plaque of appreciation from the Korean Red Cross for its dedicated blood donation campaigns and commitment to community service, highlighting the district's ongoing efforts to promote life respect and neighborly love.

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Jun 26, 2025
Planting Green Dreams Along Anyangcheon: The Ambitious Urban Garden Project Unites Eight Cities

Planting Green Dreams Along Anyangcheon: The Ambitious Urban Garden Project Unites Eight Cities

Eight municipalities from Gyeonggi and Seoul gathered for the Anyangcheon Garden Project’s regular meeting and tree-planting event, symbolizing a renewed commitment to transforming the river into a leading urban green space.

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Jun 26, 2025
Eunpyeong District Opens Saerakgol Senior Center: A New Era for Elderly Leisure and Community in Korea

Eunpyeong District Opens Saerakgol Senior Center: A New Era for Elderly Leisure and Community in Korea

Eunpyeong District has launched the Saerakgol Senior Center to address the needs of its aging population, offering diverse programs for health, leisure, and community engagement. This marks a significant step in Korea's response to its super-aged society.

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Jun 26, 2025
Shocking Tragedy in Incheon: Elderly Woman Arrested After Husband Found Dead and Naked at Home

Shocking Tragedy in Incheon: Elderly Woman Arrested After Husband Found Dead and Naked at Home

A 70-year-old woman in Incheon was arrested for allegedly stabbing her husband to death after an argument about him leaving the house naked. The case has sparked intense debate and reflection on elderly domestic violence in Korea.

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Jun 26, 2025
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